We learned today that Life Member John Linnell passed away last week.
John and his mother bowled at Cambridge Park for several years.
He was probably one of the first people to use a ‘bowling arm’ at the Club.
He participated in various Club competitions and signed up for most of the Friendly matches. He also enjoyed the tours to Potters in the early 2000’s.
He very nearly beat a top ranked bowler in the first round of the Planet Bowls (now Open Singles Circuit) at CP. It was a very close match and John certainly made his opponent sweat!

John had to stop playing a few years ago due to mobility and transport issues, but he invited me over last year as he had a gift for the Club … namely a complete Umpire’s Kit in a leather case. It was a very generous gift and as the Club’s umpire’s set was falling apart with bits missing, this was a very welcome gift and gratefully received and is in full use.

john’s funeral is on Tuesday 17th June at Hanworth Crematorium at 2:40 pm.

RIP John.